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World’s first case of bird flu in sheep detected in England
H5N1 virus found in single animal in Yorkshire but risk to general public is very low, say experts. Bird flu has been detected in sheep for the first time in the world, UK experts have announced, ...The Guardian - 4d -
UK detects bird flu in sheep for the first time
Authorities play down risks to livestock but urge precautions to avoid mass outbreaks seen in USFinancial Times - 4d -
Bird Flu Found in Sheep in U.K., a World First
The H5N1 virus was detected in a single animal in Yorkshire, the British government said on Monday. It added that the risk to humans remained very low.The New York Times - 4d -
First case of bird flu in sheep found on UK farm
The UK's chief veterinary officer confirms the case was discovered on a farm in Yorkshire.BBC News - 4d -
What is bird flu, and should you be worried about it?
In January, the first person in the US died from bird flu. Learn what the symptoms are and how you can stay safe. Bird flu has been spreading in North America since late 2021, but recently the ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Mississippi reports first outbreak of highly pathogenic bird flu strain in US since 2017
Mississippi state and federal officials have confirmed an outbreak of a strain of bird flu not reported in the U.S. since 2017, with quarantine and depopulation efforts already underway. In a ...The Hill - Mar. 17 -
Your questions about bird flu, answered
Sky-high egg prices have drawn renewed attention to the bird flu outbreak, which has caused more than 166 million wild and domestic birds in the U.S. to die since it began.NBC News - Mar. 9 -
Bird flu ripping through California dairy farms
California has over 1,100 dairy farms, two-thirds of which have been impacted by the bird flu outbreak. A leading suspect is contaminated milking machines. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.CBS News - Mar. 14 -
How bird flu has devastated one American farm
There used to be 3,000 hens on Kakadoodle Farm in Illinois. Because of bird flu, now there are none.NBC News - Mar. 21 -
In bird flu fight, USDA almost doubling the $1.1 billion already spent
As bird flu continues to spread, impacting poultry farms and the price of eggs, the Agriculture Department says it's almost doubling the amount spent to combat it.CBS News - Mar. 10 -
Egg prices expected to rise amid continued bird flu outbreaks
Egg prices are expected to continue going up as farmers across the country deal with outbreaks of bird flu. The USDA is working to reimburse farmers who have to kill and replace their chickens. ...CBS News - Mar. 9 -
H5N1 bird flu spread 'unprecedented,' UN agency warns
A United Nations food agency warned that the continued spread of the H5N1 bird flu virus is an unprecedented food security risk that requires a coordinated global response. In a briefing held on ...The Hill - Mar. 18 -
Most Republicans do not believe CDC when it comes to bird flu
Almost 6 in 10 Americans who identify as Republican do not trust the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide reliable information on H5N1 bird flu, according to a new poll from ...The Hill - Mar. 13 -
Why record-high egg prices won’t go down anytime soon — and it’s not just due to bird flu
A lot goes into the production of eggs — and with the Trump administration’s tariff policies potentially affecting costs for chicken feed and equipment, bird flu isn’t the only reason U.S. ...MarketWatch - Mar. 12 -
RFK Jr.’s Prescription for Bird Flu on Farms: Let It Spread
The health secretary has suggested allowing the virus to spread, so as to identify birds that may be immune. Such an experiment would be disastrous, scientists say.The New York Times - Mar. 18 -
R.F.K.’s Prescription for Bird Flu Is Dangerous
The death rate in the U.S. has been much lower than expected.The New York Times - 3d -
First evidence of microplastic buildup in bird lungs found in new study
Researchers describe widespread contamination of plastics in the bodies of more than 50 different bird species. A new study has provided the first evidence that microplastics are accumulating in ...The Guardian - Mar. 21 -
How to Protect Your Cats (and Backyard Chickens) From Bird Flu
An H5N1 infection can be fatal for domestic animals, but there are steps you can take to minimize the risk of them catching the virus.Wired - Mar. 18 -
Uzo Aduba dons a detective's cape in 'The Residence'
Uzo Aduba stars as an eccentric, bird-watching sleuth in Netflix's new murder-mystery comedy, a role that feels revolutionary to the actor.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 19 -
Share of UK lending to first-time buyers reaches record high
Trend driven by rents rising faster than house prices as landlords leave the marketFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
First-time buyers move further out of London as property costs bite
Similar trend found in other major UK cities including Birmingham and Manchester in the decade from 2013Financial Times - Mar. 18 -
Sterling climbs above $1.30 for first time since November
Pound has rebounded this year amid stubbornly high UK inflation and a broad dollar retreatFinancial Times - Mar. 18 -
Wheelchair for sheep which 'keeps falling over'
Lotus Lamb & Sheep Sanctuary rehabilitates animals rescued from extreme cases of neglect and abuse.BBC News - 5d -
Vaccinating poultry could help cut soaring egg prices but US remains hesitant
Vaccines could be a key means of suppressing bird flu and avoiding the slaughter of millions of chickens, which is blamed for egg prices averaging nearly $5 a dozenABC News - Mar. 13 -
Egg Prices Have Dropped, Though You May Not Have Noticed
Wholesale egg prices are about half what they were last month. Fewer bird flu outbreaks and weakened consumer demand are contributing to the decline, economists say.The New York Times - Mar. 18 -
3/20: CBS Mornings Plus
President Trump is expected to sign an executive order to begin the process of dismantling the Department of Education. Plus, fighting bird flu as the costs of eggs climb.CBS News - 4d -
Injured Butler wills UK 'underdogs' to Sweet 16
Lamont Butler battled through multiple injuries Sunday to help Kentucky reach the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2019 and in Mark Pope's first season as coach.ESPN - 5d -
Ibrahimovic back to Milanello after three weeks
Red Bird Advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic returned to Milanello on Friday to follow the first-team training session, going back to the training ground for the first time in three weeks.Sky Sport Italia ...Yahoo Sports - 18h -
This Company Built a Wildfire Detection Drone
The AI-based drone speeds up the detection and monitoring of wildfires.Inc. - 14h -
‘It’s a bit like PTSD’: Cambridgeshire villagers react after mystery killing of alpacas and sheep
Residents say they are still ‘shocked and horrified’ after farm animals shot dead in East Hatley. The last time Mick Marshall can recall a crime happening in Hatley, John Major was still the prime ...The Guardian - 3d -
Netflix's Adolescence makes UK TV ratings history
The hit drama becomes the first streaming show to top the UK's overall weekly TV ratings.BBC News - 4d -
Neighbors flock to backyard chicken coops for fresher and cheaper eggs
Countless backyard chicken coop owners are seizing the moment, as the spread of bird flu has led to the deaths or slaughter of 13 million chickens, driving up egg prices.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
Croatia vs France team news and predicted lineups
Croatia meet France at the Stadion Poljud in the first leg of their Uefa Nations League quarter-final on Thursday 20th March.The game kicks off at 7:45pm (UK time), but a UK broadcaster is yet to ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Real beat rivals Barcelona for first time ever
Real Madrid beat rivals Barcelona for the first time on Sunday, ending a run of 18 straight defeats in the 'Women's Clasico'.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
In 'The Residence' and 'Ludwig,' charming detectives are tapped to resolve a mystery
Uzo Aduba stars as a detective in Netflix's White House-set comedic murder mystery, and David Mitchell leads BritBox's comedy as a puzzle maker impersonating his missing twin, a detective.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 20 -
Valspar Championship 2025: First-round tee times, groupings at Innisbrook Resort
Tee times and grouping for the first round of the Valspar Championship in Palm Harbor, Florida.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Texas Children's Houston Open 2025: First-round tee times and groupings
Tee times and groupings for the first round of the Texas Children's Houston Open.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
USWNT: Rodman back for first time since Olympics
Forward Trinity Rodman will return to the United States women's national team for the first time since its Olympic gold medal victory in August.ESPN - 2d -
An AI-based drone that speeds up the detection and monitoring of wildfires is presented in Germany
A company that specializes on early wildfire detection has developed a new, AI-based drone that it says will help speed up the detection, location and monitoring of firesABC News - 22h -
An AI-based drone that speeds up the detection and monitoring of wildfires is presented in Germany
A company that specializes on early wildfire detection has developed a new, AI-based drone that it says will help speed up the detection, location and monitoring of firesABC News - 22h
